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HIS booklet is issued by the Eustis Chamber of Commerce, an 
organization maintained by the progressive business and pro- 
fessional men of Eustis, to encourage and develop farming, 
mercantile, manufacturing and all other interests in Eustis, 
Lake County, Florida; to collect, preserve and circulate use- 
1;ul information concerning Eustis and adjacent territory for the tourist 
and homeseeker; to increase the wealth, industries, trade and population, 
and to do such other acts consistent with the upbuilding of this city. 

This booklet is intended to answer most of the inquiries made, and 
give reliable information regarding the possibilities of this city and 
vicinity for tourists, homeseekers, those desiring a business location, the 
suitability of this city for a year around home, etc. 



EVSTIS 

LAKE COUNTY 

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ISSUED BY THE 

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 

EUSTIS, FLORIDA 






MAP OF 

FLORIDA 

SHOWING 

SEABOARD 

Air Line Railway 

AND CONNECTIONS 




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MAP SHOWING CENTRAL LOCATION OF EUSTIS 



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Eustis is the center of Lake County, which is directly in the center 
of the state of Florida, 160 miles south of Jacksonville, and midway 
between there and Tampa. Sixty miles both east and west separates 
Eustis from the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico. There are over 
1,375 beautiful fresh water lakes adjacent to Eustis. The town is situated 
on the eastern shore of Lake Eustis, one of the chain of lakes that have a 
shore line of 300 miles, and the source of the famous Ocklawaha River, 
known the world over for its beauty is only six miles away. Eustis offers 
much to those who delight in the beautiful. The scenic site, its glorious 
sunsets seen over the lake, its stately pine trees hung with delicate Span- 
ish moss, its splendid streets and sidewalks lined with grand old oaks and 
eucalyptus trees, its homes and home grounds decorated with tropical 
plants, palms and flowers in bloom the year round, all combine to produce 
a charm which attracts and holds all lovers of Florida nature. 

HOW TO REACH EUSTIS 

Most people coming to Eustis change cars at Jacksonville. Trains 
are in waiting there to meet the many through limiteds to convey you to 
Eustis. Those starting from the eastern states can get through sleeper 
to Sanford, Florida, thirty miles from here, and get train there for Eustis, 
over the Atlantic Coast Line. This company has a Pullman car which 
operates on train 85, leaving Jacksonville at 3:15 p. m. You can come 
direct to Eustis in this car during the tourist season beginning November 
25th and ending about April 1st. You may also come via the Seaboard 
Air Line Railway from Jacksonville to Eustis Transfer, at which point 
you take one of the Lake Transfer Company's splendid motor boats for a 
delightful sail of ten miles over Lake Eustis. Baggage is also handled via 
this route and Pullman service is at your command. For those who favor 
the water route to Eustis, you can get fine accommodations on the boats 
of the Clyde Line from Jacksonville to Sanford, with a short train ride 
from there to here. Motor boats make regular connections at Eustis 
Transfer with incoming and outgoing Seaboard trains. If further infor- 
mation is desired along these lines, write to the Eustis Chamber of Com- 
merce, Eustis, Florida. 

"QUEEN CITY OF THE LAKES" 

Eustis is often referred to as the "Queen City of the Lakes," and 
justly so owing to the fact that there are over twenty large bodies of 




AERIAL VIEW OF THE LAKE FRONT 

water in close proximity to the town. Many of these lakes ai'e surrounded 
by thick pine woods, palms and shrubbery. No other city in Florida is so 
beautifully situated among such an array of lakes. Thei-e are four elegant 
bodies of water within the corporate limits of Eustis, that afford the best 
facilities for fishing, boating, canoeing, etc. Below is a partial list of the 
best known lakes: 




Lake Saunders 

Lake Lincoln 

West Crooked Lake 

Lake Dicie 

Lake Irma 

East Crooked Lake 

Lake Yale 



Mud Lake 
Lake Dalhousie 
Lake Nettie 
Lake Swatiska 
Lake Serpentine 
Lake Alfred 



Lake Eustis 
Lake Joanna 
Lake Gracie 
Lake Dot 
Trout Lake 
Lake Gertrude 
Lake Woodward 

Florida in general is often considered a barren desert of sand and 
swamps by many who have not visited this state, and for the benefit of 
those who labor under this misapprehension, a recent survey gave evidence 
of the fact that Lake Joanna is 147 feet 2 inches above sea-level, Lake Irma 
132 feet, and Lake Alfred 68 feet 6 inches. Lake Eustis, one of the largest 
is 58 feet above sea-level. 

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 

Among the notable organizations of Eustis is the Chamber of Com- 
merce, with a membership of 300, composed of the business and profes- 
sional men of the town. They are heartily united in every effort which 
tends to advance the business interests of Eustis and their acts are con- 



spicuous for the entire absence of friction or any appearance of selfishness. 
Another organization that is doing great work, and acts as an inspira- 
tional institution towards the Chamber of Commerce is the Tuesday 
Noon-Day Club, made up of the progressive business men. Luncheons 
are held every Tuesday noon from twelve to one o'clock and discussions 
take place on vital subjects of importance concerning the welfare and 
future development of this city. 

Bring your children to Eustis. They can obtain schooling here equal 
to the best in the north and tvest." 

CLIMATIC CONDITIONS 

Situated in one of the highest counties of the state, on the backbone 
of Florida, surrounded by lakes and pine clad hills, and only sixty miles 
from the Atlantic Ocean and Gulf of Mexico, with an elevation of over 
two hundred feet, Eustis has a climate that draws people and holds them. 
The situation insures cool, refreshing air in summer and a warm delight- 




A. C. L. R. R. DEPOT 



ful climate in winter. The following statistics are taken from the United 
States Weather reports: 



Southern Italy 


Av'ge 
Winter 
Temp. 
47.3 


Av'ge 

Summer 

Temp. 

73.3 


Av'ge 
Yearly 
Temp. 
60 


Av'ge 
High 
Temp. 
85 


Av'ge 

Low 

Temp. 

20 


Av'ge 

Clear 

Days 

220 


Los Angeles 


52 


70 


62 


100 


28 


250 


Eustis, Florida 


61.7 


77.7 


78 


80.4 


58.9 


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Unlike California, the winter season in Eustis is the dry season and 
the summer the rainy season. While the summers are long and warm, the 
southeast trade winds blow constantly from the ocean sixty miles away, 
which clears the atmosphere and keeps one comfortable while in the shade. 

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The thermometer rarely reaches 95 degrees and heat prostrations are un- 
known. Many people have the impression that when it is 100 degrees hot 
in the North, it must be as hot again in Eustis. It is just the opposite. 
Covers are always necessary while sleeping during the summer. 

HEALTH CONDITIONS 

In no place in the world could the health conditions be more ideal 
than in Eustis and vicinity. Its elevation of some 200 feet reaches far 
above the homes of malaria and other lowland diseases. The city water 
being pure and drainage of more than sixty feet across the town towards 
Lake Eustis, a modern sewage system with septic tanks, together with 
the most pleasing climate to be found anywhere, assure perfect conditions 
along the lines of healthfulness. Many cases of catarrh, asthma, rheuma- 
tism and other ailments have been cured by simply living here. Elderly 
people may renew their youthfulness and lengthen their lives by many 
years. Parents have brought their weak, sickly children to Eustis and 
have seen them 'develop into romping, robust youngsters. Playing out- 
of-doors every day in the year produces this result. The city is high and 
dry and has no abrupt changes of temperature. Vital statistics show that 
there is only one death in every 1,750 people. 

"The Eustis Lake Region" is our tveekhj netvspaper, issued every 
Thursday morning. Daily every afternoon except Sunday. 

POPULATION 

Eustis has fared well during the past three years in the way of in- 
creased population. Since the last census was taken dozens of new families 
have located here from all over the country, and it is safe to estimate that 
our population is near 2,000 during the summer. While this figure seems 
low, yet the city, with its many activities, takes on the atmosphere of a 
city of 5,000 or more. The winter population always runs in the neigh- 
Dorhood of 4,500. 




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Social Advantages 



SCHOOL FACILITIES 

At a cost of $70,000 one of the most spacious and complete school 
buildings has been erected in Eustis. It has just been placed on the 
Southern accredited list as a first grade or senior high school. Every 
convenience for the comfort of the scholars has been provided, such as 
sanitary drinking fountains, excellent lighting system, paper towels^ 
liquid soap containers, adequate library equipment, and above all, the very 
best teachers available. A splendid feature is the magnificent auditorium 
seating 600, in which entertainments of various kinds are held. A motion 
picture machine is installed to be used for educational purposes. Basket- 
ball, baseball, school plays, annual picnic, motion pictures and many other 
social gatherings make up the features of sport and entertainment during 
the school year. All the above advantages are absolutely free to tourists. 
Another important organization is Wisdom Hall, a private school v^^here 
many children receive their schooling during the winter months. A 
kindergarten is also conducted for the little ones. 

Grammar and high school is free to visitors. 




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CHURCHES 

Eustis has seven splendid churches embracing the following denom- 
inations: Presbyterian, Methodist Episcopal, Christian Science, Baptist, 

Church of Christ, Episcopal and Catholic. 
Some of the churches have regular pastors 
and services are held at the usual hour of 
10 :30 a. m. and 7 :30 p. m. on Sabbath Day. 
The new Christian Science church was re- 
cently dedicated and is an imposing little 
edifice. The Presbyterian church is con- 
sidered one of the finest buildings in Cen- 
tral Florida. Other denominations have 
ample space for all who wish to worship 
with them. Mass is said in the Catholic 
church during the tourist season at 8:00 
a. m. Many social hours are provided in 
the difi'erent Protestant churches for chil- 
dren as well as for their parents and other 
grown-ups. Additional information can 
be had by writing to any of the above 
churches and the pastor will be pleased to 
make suggestions and assist you in any 
way. 

Public Utilities — Telephone, telegraph, electric poicer, light, ice plant, 
steam laundry, drinking fountain. 

CLUBS AND FRATERNAL ORGANIZATIONS 





The Parent-Teachers' Association, the Women's Club and the Busi- 
ness and Professional Women's Club are organizations that rank high and 
contribute largely to the advancement of thought and constructive living 
in Eustis. These clubs take active part in all local and many state ques- 
tions and movements. The Society of Eustis Sojourners of Ohio, the 
Eustis-Kentucky Club and the Eustis-New England Club are social or- 
ganizations made up of visitors from the above-mentioned states who 
make Eustis their winter home. Fraternities include Masonic F. & A. M., 
R. A. M., Eastern Star, Knights of Pythias, Pythian Sisters, Odd Fellows, 
Woodmen of the World and Modern Woodmen. The Ernest West- 
brook Post of the American Legion is a live organization and holds 
meetings regularly every month. Out-of-town visitors are welcome to 
attend any of the meetings of the above fraternities. 

Other organizations of interest to the young folks include the Boy 
Scouts of America and there is also a similar one for girls. 

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EUSTIS CONCERT BAND 

We are especially proud of the Eustis Concert Band, the personnel 
of which is made up of the good musicians of Eustis and this section. A 
series of twenty concerts were rendered during the winter months last 
season, and in all probability we will have the same schedule again. The 
various clubs and societies give frequent picnics, boat rides and enter- 
tainments which due to the mild climate, can be enjoyed almost every day 
during the year. Visitors will find here a most hospitable people and you 
will be received in such a way as to make your stay most pleasant and 
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The Eustis Gun Club is another body that affords opportunity to those 
who are fond of trap-shooting. They meet once a week, and some of the 
members chalk up very efficient scores considering the meagre amount of 
time spent at practicing. If you are a clay-bird enthusiast you will enjoy 
an afternoon out with the boys. 



MAGNIFICENT MOVIE THEATRE 

A new and modern theatre to provide the best and latest releases in 
motion pictures and with ample stage facilities and all equipment for the 
showing of road attractions has been completed. This theatre-business 
building is of handsome design and in addition to the theatre, store-rooms 
fronting on the wide arcade and the street in addition to a number of office 
suites, are a factor in meeting the demand for business locations. 

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'^i| Transportation Facilities 

RAILROAD SCHEDULES 

The Chamber of Commerce considers itself fortunate in being able to 
ascertain definite information concerning the train service this city will 
have this year. Close connections for all important points can be made 
both from here and also by auto at Leesburg and Sanford. The schedules 
below are considered the most valuable ones to our visitors : 

Leave Eustis for Jacksonville: 1:25: p. m., 8:37 p. m. (A. C. L.). 
Sleeper direct to Jacksonville from here on 8:37 train. 

Leave Eustis for Jacksonville via Lake Tranfer Co., 10:30 a. m. via 
Eustis Transfer. 

Passengers for Sanford, Orange City Junction, DeLand, Palatka, 
Orlando, Kissimmee, Haines City, Lakeland and Tampa leave at 1 :25 p. m. 

Passengers for Leesburg, Trilby, Tarpon Springs, Clearwater, St. 
Petersburg leave at 2:00 p. m. (A. C. L.). 

Passengers for Leesburg, Ocala, Gainesville, Alachua, Burnett's Lake, 
Baldwin and Jacksonville leave 9:50 a. m. and 8:37 p. m. (A. C. L.). 

Passengers for Umatilla, Pittman, Seller's Lake and Astor leave at 
6:10 p. m. 

Parlor car service from Jacksonville to Eustis on A. C. L. train leav- 
ing there at 3:00 p. m. 

"One trip to Eustis will convince you of its suitability for a year 
around home." 

BUS LINES 

Extensive bus line service is carried on with Eustis as the terminus, 
putting this city in close touch with the neighboring towns within a 
radius of seventy-five miles. Splendid day trips of interest, in all di- 
rections, may be planned. Schedules are observed as close as possible, 
allowing for break downs, etc. The time-tables below are mentioned 
merely as information, but we cannot guai'antee that busses will leave 
exactly on time. 

Leave Eustis for Mt. Dora, Tangerine, Zellwood, McDonald, Plymouth, 
Apopka, Lockhart, Fairvilla and Orlando at 6:30, 7:30 a. m., 12:15, 
12:30 and 5:30 p. m. Cars leave Orlando for return trip to Eustis 
at 10:30 a. m. and about two hour schedule thereafter. 
Leave Eustis for Tavares, Leesburg, Fruitland Park, Lady Lake, Conant, 
Lake Weir, Belleview, Santos and Ocala at 8:00 a. m. and 12:30 
p. m. Cars leave Ocala for Eustis at same hours as above. 

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Leave Eustis for Umatilla, Altoona and Pittman at 1:45 p. m. Car 
leaves Pittman for Eustis at 12:00 noon. 

Leave Eustis for Mt. Dora, Sorrento, Wayland, Cassia Station, Ethel, 
Wekiwa Bridge, Sylvan Lake, New Upsala and Sanford at 9:00 
a. m. This bus connects at Sanford with trains north for DeLand, 
Crescent City, Palatka, Green Cove Springs and Jacksonville. Trains 
south for Orlando, Kissimmee, Haines City, Lakeland and Tampa. 
Return car to Eustis leaves Sanford at 3:30 p. m., receiving pas- 
sengers from points in north and south Florida. 

A touring car meets all Clyde Line boats at Sanford and passengers des- 
tined for Eustis may engage this car at a very reasonable figure. 




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AUTOMOBILE ROUTES 

For the benefit of those who motor to Eustis we print below some 
favorite routes to Florida. Here and there these roads are being repaired, 
but the data given here is as near correct as could be ascertained on Oc- 
tober 1st, with very few detours. 

Route 1. — Best route from Washington: Washington to Richmond to 
Durham to Charlotte to Greenville to Athens to Macon to Valdosta to 
Madison to Live Oak to Lake City to High Springs to Gainesville to Ocala 
to Leesburg to Eustis. 

Route 2. — Best route from Cincinnati : Cincinnati to Corbin to Knox- 

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Ville to Asheville to Hendersonville to Greenville and saiile route as No. 1 
from here on. 

Route 3. — Best route from St. Louis : St. Louis to Cairo to Paducah to 
Russellville to Murfreesboro to Shelbj^ille to Huntsville to Albany to 
Anniston to Opelika to Columbus to Cusseta to Dawson to Albany to 
Camilla to Thomasville to Quitman to Madison and same as Route 1 from 
here on. 

Route 4. — Best route from New Orleans: New Orleans to Biloxi to 
Mobile to Pensacola to DeFuniak Springs to Marianna to Tallahassee to 
Madison and Route 1 from here on. 

Route 5. — Optional route from Henderson, N. C. : Henderson to 
Raleigh to Southern Pines to Cheraw to Camden to Columbia to Aiken to 
Augusta to Savannah to Brunswick to Jacksonville to St. Augustine to 
Daytona to DeLand to Crows Bluff to Eustis. 

MAIL SERVICE 

While not directly on the mainlines of railroads, yet Eustis has an 
exceptionally good mail service. Trains leaving here connect with the 
main line trains at Sanford and Leesburg, and your letters and packages 
reach their destinations, both north and south, as quickly as though you 
had mailed them on the main line. The schedule below is maintained 
throughout the year: 

Northern mail received 8:50 a. m., 1:25 p. m., 5:44 p. m., 8:37 p. m. 
Last mail not distributed until next morning. 

Northern mail outgoing cluses at 9:20 a. m., 1:10 p. m. 7:00 p. m. 

Mail for Tavares, Tampa, Oi-lando and points on West coast close at 
1:10 p. m., 5:30 p. m. and 7:00 p. m. 

Mail from Astor branch received at 1:12 p. m. Mail for this branch 
closes at 5:30 p. m. 

Eustis has a free delivery service. The department requires patrons 
using same to have mail boxes in a convenient place. Two deliveries are 
made each day except Sunday. Postoffice is open daily from 8:00 a. m. 
to 6:00 p. m. except Sunday. 

Fublic Utilities — Telephone, telegraph, electric power, light, ice plant, 
steam laundry, drinking fountain. 




POPULAR TRIPS FROM EUSTIS 



Below will be found the approximate mileage by land and water to 
many interesting points in this section. Most of these places can be 
easily reached by auto and motor boats, and give opportunity for half or 
whole day excursions: 

BY LAND 



Altoona, 10 miles 
Apopka, 16 miles. 
Apopka Mts., 18 miles. 
Astatula, 18 miles. 
Blackwater, 12 miles. 
Daytona, 51 miles. 
DeLand, 29 miles. 
Grand Island, 3 miles. 



Dead River, 7 miles. 
Eldorado, 12 miles. 
Emeralda, 18 miles. 
Grand Island, 5 miles. 
Lake Apopka, 20 miles. 
Lake Dora, 7 miles. 
Lake Griffin, 12 miles. 
Lake Jem, 16 miles. 



Lane Park, 9 miles. 
Lake Eldorado, 5 miles. 
Umatilla, 5 miles. 
Lake Jem, 12 miles. 
Leesburg, 18 miles. 
Mt. Dora, 5 miles. 
Montverde, 26 miles. 
Orlando, 34 miles. 

BY WATER 

Leesburg, 17 miles, 
Lisbon, 8 miles. 
Montverde, 23 miles. 
Okahumpka, 18 miles. 
Sunnyside, 14 miles. 
Yalaha, 14 miles. 
Palatka, 180 miles. 



Rock Springs, 29 miles. 
St. Johns River, 24 miles. 
Tangerine, 10 miles. 
Tavares, 5 miles. 
Wekiwa Bridge, 20 miles 
Wekiwa Spr'gs, 25 miles 
Fruitland Park, 20 miles 



Lake Beauclair, 14 miles 
Ocklawaha River 8 miles 
Silver Springs, 75 miles. 
Eustis-Dora Canal 

6 miles. 
Wekiwa Spr'gs, 19 miles 
Jacksonville, 225 miles. 



MOTOR BOAT TRIPS 

Eustis, the starting point for the famous inland boat trips. The Lake 
Transfer Company have several spacious motor boats plying the wonder- 
ful fresh-water lakes of Lake County. The following gives you an idea of 
the many trips from here. 



1. "Lake Jem." Through Lakes 
Eustis, Dora, Beauclair, Carl- 
ton, Horseshoe. Also through 
four fascinating tropical rivers. 
Distance 52 miles. 

2. To Leesburg. From Eustis up 
the famous Ocklawaha River, 34 
miles of open water, 18 miles of 
river, as many as 98 alligators 
have been counted sunning 
themselves on floating islands 
in the river. Distance 104 miles. 

3. To Leesburg, via Lake Eustis 

and Lake Harris. A delightful 
open water trip of 36 miles. 

4. To Silver Springs. Through 
the Ocklawaha River. Two days' 
trip. Hotel at Ocala. Distance 
160 miles. 

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5. To Okahumpka, via Lake Eus- 
tis and Lake Harris. Distance 
38 miles. 

6. To Rosalona, via Lake Harris, 
Big Lake Harris and Little Lake 
Harris. Distance 55 miles. 

7. To Yalaha, via Lake Eustis and 
Lake Harris. Distance 38 miles. 

8. To Oxmoor, via Dead River, 
also Lake Eustis and Lake Har- 
ris. Dead River is inhabited by 
many different birds, with 
beautifully colored plumage. 
Distance 36 miles. 

9. On trip to Silver Springs, con- 
nection can be made there for 
Jacksonville by boat. Distance 
390 miles. 




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BUSINESS HOUSES 

The fast increasing permanent population and the large tourist trade 
during the winter justifies our merchants in carrying larger and better 
stocks than are usually found in cities of this size. Our merchants fully 
realize and appreciate the patronage of our winter visitors as well as 
those who drive into Eustis from the many neighboring towns, and the 
same reasonable prices prevail at these stores during the entire year. The 
field of general merchandise is very well covered by a large number of 
up-to-date establishments. 

ADEQUATE FIRE PROTECTION 

Perhaps the most important thing that has happened in Eustis since 
the town began to attain its present proportions, was the recent acquisition 




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of an $11,000 La France fire truck. This apparatus is fitted up with all the 
latest implements for fire-fighting and is in charge of Chief Edwin S. 
Reeve and a corps of capable men. Fire drill is held every Friday at 5 : 00 
p. m. This truck is stationed at one of the garages with the chief always 
on hand ready to answer an alarm. 

fuhlic Utilities — Telephone, telegraph, electric power, light, ice plant, 
steam laundry, drinking fountain. 

EXCELLENT DRINKING WATER 

What many people are most anxious about when considering a visit 
to Florida is the drinking water. The supply of Eustis comes from deep 
driven artesian wells. There is 
no sulphur in our city water. 
It is as pure as crystal, palat- 
able, wholesome and invigorat- 
ing. Mr. Leonidas H. Cress, of 
West Newton, Mass., says : "The 
greatest thing in Eustis is its de- 
licious drinking water. I have 
knocked about in most corners 
of the world and nowhere have I 
found such a fine table water. 
11' you were to pass it along to 
the rest of Florida in quart, gal- 
lon and five gallon demijohns, its excellent quality would in a few years 
make your city tax free. After a bath in it one feels as though they had 
been dusted with a fine talcum powder. It is of such fine quality that it 
could be carbonated and would make wonderful ginger ale." 

A COSMOPOLITAN CITY 

Eustis is a cosmopolitan city. Its people have come from the four 
corners of the earth and have brought here the best of the north, south, 
east and west. It has the entrancing charm of the tropical southland, to- 
gether with something that is northern, blended, yet distinct. Eustis is 
withal a good place to live every month in the year. Its citizens are hos- 
pitable, intelligent, and above all, progressive. 

"The Eustis Lake Region" is our weekly newspaper, issued every 
Thursday morning. Daily every afternoon except Sunday. 

STREETS AND ROADS 

Streets and scores of blocks are paved in a thorough manner with 
asphalt, and other streets are hard-surfaced with sand-clay and lined with 
the finest system of concrete sidewalks to be found anywhere. Contract- 

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ors are now at work laying an additional six miles of asphalt paving which 
will, when completed, give Eustis the reputation of having an almost com- 
pletely paved city. Eustis is located on the central route of the Dixie 
Highway, the eastern Lake County unit being one of the best sections of 
highway between Chicago and South Florida. The recent bond issue of 
$600,000 to pave additional new roads leading into Eustis is beginning to 
show results. Highways are being widened, and a portion of the road- 
building schedule has been put through. With this great system of roads 
finished Eustis and Lake County will be directly in the center of a remark- 
able network of good roads. It is only a matter of a short time when this 
city will be on the main highway between Jacksonville and Tampa. 

"One trip to Eustis tvill convince you of its suitability for a year 
around home." 

LAKE FRONT PARK 

The city of Eustis is now building a large bulkhead directly at the 
foot of the main street which extends 250 feet out into the lake. This 
will provide a large area for the purpose of creating a beautiful tropical 
park and promenade. A sea-wall made of cement, with pilasters fitted 
up with electric lights at intervals of fifty feet, will be an important feat- 
ure. Ornamental palms and other decorative plants will be placed along 
the walks and driveways. There will also be a landing for motor boats 
directly in the center. The south end of the bulkhead will be put in shape 
for those who indulge in the many outdoor games played in Florida during 
the winter. This improvement will fill a much needed want and will add 
greatly to the present space devoted to outdoor amusements. 

"The Eustis Lake Region" is our loeekly neivspaper, issued every 
Thursday morning. Daily every afternoon except Sunday. 

BEAUTIFUL HOMES 

Eustis people take great pride in their home grounds. Here in Flor- 
ida we have so much with which to beautify the lawns and parkways, and 
the growing season continuing the year around it is comparatively easy 
to have attractive premises at all times. Diff'erent varieties of roses can 
be obtained which bloom every month in the year ; the poinsettias, oleander 
and hibiscus each bloom at different seasons, and with the many species 
of palms, tropical plants, shrubs and annual flowers, furnish delight for 
the lover of plants and flowers. To no other location in Florida has mother 
nature been so generous and now the intelligence and enterprise of man 
and woman is taking advantage of these natural gifts and developing here 
a city which will take its place among the garden spots of the world. 

Bring your children to Eustis. They can obtain schooling here equal 
to the best in the north and west." 

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FINE HOTELS AND APARTMENT HOUSES 

The Fountain Inn, with Henry E. Bissell as manager; the Ocklawaha 
Hotel, under the guidance of Lewis N. Wiggins, and the Grand View Hotel 
make up a formidable list of excellent stopping places that rank second to 
none in the state. The Fountain Inn is one of the most modern structures 
ever built in Florida. Situated one-half block from the lake on the main 
street, in the center of activity, this hotel offers facilities of the very best 
and at reasonable prices. The Ocklawaha Hotel has been operated for a 
number of years and is located a short distance from the business section. 
Splendid accommodations can be secured here. The Grand View Hotel 
was the first large establishment of its kind in Eustis and satisfactory 
quarters at a fair price can be had. Eustis is proud of the fact that it has 
a very fine apartment house. For those who like small suites The Glenore 
Apartments are most comfortable. Other hotels include the Hotel Boyer, 
Park Hotel, The LaVilla, Palm Apartments, Hannum-Kennedy Apart- 
ments, and numerous other small places including bungalows, cottages 
and private homes whida are opened to accommodate the fast increasing 
number of newcomers. 




NEW LIBRARY BUILDING 

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Recreation, Hunting, Fishing 




LAKE EUSTIS YACHT CLUB 

All Eustis has long dreamed of tlie time when this community would 
have a yacht club. During September of this year one of the prominent 
members of the Chamber of Commerce set out to make this dream come 
true. The Eustis Yacht Club was formed and incoi-porated with one 
hundi'ed charter members and the work of building a club house is now 
well under way. Lake Eustis offers all that might be desired in the way 
of aquatic sports, and this project will be the means of bringing hundreds 
here who are fond of motor and sail boating. Numerous races are to be 
held during the winter moiiths, and perhaps during the summer 
also. Sir Thomas Lipton, the famous Englishman, has donated a 
valuable cup to be contested for by the various yacht clubs located 
in the lake region of this county, which is in itself an act worthy of 
the attention of all who are interested in yachting. Our lakes being 
inter-connected, makes it possible to hold races on the home grounds 
of each club. 

"The Eustis Lake Region" is our weekly neivspaper, issued every 
Thursday viorning. Daily every afternoon except Sunday. 

INTERESTING GOLF DATA 

A number of months ago a few citizens of Eustis got together to dis- 
cuss the advisability of building another golf course to take care of the 
increased demand by those who favor this pastime. Through this little 
meeting a great miracle has been performed. We now have the beautiful 
course of the Lake County Country Club. Nine holes are ready for play, 
and according to Mr. Tom Bendelow and Mr. Cuthburt Burchart, both 
famous golfers, this course is not to be excelled by any otlicr in the United 
States. Beautiful little mirror lakes form the boundary on the eastern and 
western side, and there are two lakes within the course. The grounds are 
rolling and the natural hazards are unequalled. To give one an idea of 
the layout of the grounds. Lake Irma, within the course, is 132 feet above 
sea level. The fairways are exceptional for golfing and the holes unique. 
No matter where you are playing you are always in sight of a fine lake, 
situated behind the adjacent pine clad hills. Special information on this 
subject will be gladly supplied. The Ocklawaha Hotel maintains a course 
for guests situated about one mile from the city. This course is well kept 
and affords much pleasure to many who visit this well known hostelry. 



Data concerning the new Lake County Country Club's new club house will 
be found under another heading. 

9 hole Lake County Country Club links, 3,250 yards, par 37, bus 1 mile. 

9 hole Ocklawaha links 2,535 yards, par 36, bus 1 mile. 

CITY PARK 

Just a few minutes' walk from the center of the business section of 
Eustis will be found one of the beauty spots of Florida — the City Park. 
It is a natural park of 




CITY PARK 



palms, palmetto, pine trees 
and large forest oaks, 
draped with silvery Span- 
ish moss. No more delight- 
ful or restful place can be 
imagined. The park is sit- 
uated directly on the east- 
ern shore of Lake Eustis, 
and the view from this 
point is superb. Most of 
the outdoor events are held 
here, such as picnics, fish 
fries, barbecues, high and 
grammar school outings and games, tourist club events, band concerts, 
religious meetings and other affairs where large crowds are expected. 

"One trip to Eustis will convince you of its suitability for a year 
around home." 

LAKE COUNTY COUNTRY CLUB 

CLUB HOUSE 

Golf enthusiasts will welcome the news that a spacious club house is 
being built on the highest elevation of the links of the Lake County Country 
Club. This building will be in keeping with the beautiful course. The 
grounds will cover approximately two aci'es including the space allotted 
for tennis courts, croquet grounds, etc. Club house is 168 feet long 
by 70 feet wide. The reception room is 40x60, with an exquisite 
fireplace. A large number of lockers have been provided together 
with shower baths and many other conveniences. A splendid cafe, 
22x60, will take up the lower floor. Those who follov^^ this game will 
receive courteous attention here, and if further information is de- 
sired the Chamber of Commerce will gladly supply same. 




MOTOR 



BOATING 



SAIL 



Lake Eustis has an area of about six by eight miles and connects by 
picturesque streams and canals with other lakes, making a total of about 
300 miles of shore line. A trip through some of these canals will never 

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be forgotten. The foliage and palms of 
many varieties overhang almost to the 
boat's edge, the singing of birds of the 
tropics, the lazy alligators floating 
around almost within reach of your hands 
all go towards producing a weird envir- 
onment . Splendid motor boats make 
these trips daily. The Ocklawaha River, 
known the world over as one of the most 
remarkable strips of inland water, gives 
one the same feeling as though you were 
traveling through the Zambesi River in 
Africa. It is tropical to the last word, 
and hundreds of tourists come here for 
the exact purpose of taking this trip. 
About one hundred motor boats are sta- 
tioned in Eustis. 
Rowboats are at your command all the time at a very reasonable 
figure. 

"One trip to Eustis will convince you of its suitability for a year 
around home." 




REAL FISHING GROUNDS 



We don't hesitate to say that the very best bass fishing grounds are 
located in the lakes of Eustis and adjoining lakes. String after string of 
fine specimens are carried through the streets by anglers who are proud 
to show the results of their fishing trip. Parties fishing in Eustis have 
been awarded the first and third National prizes for big-mouth black bass 
for the season of 1920-1921. Just recently 0. C. Donahey, of Eustis, 
caught a wonderful big-mouth black bass weighing eighteen and one-half 
pounds, perhaps the largest ever hooked in this country. After careful 
investigation, many rod and reel manufacturers have sent Mr. Donahey 
valuable prizes for his splendid catch. Other species include bream, pick- 
erel, catfish, etc. If you care for deep-sea angling, arrangements can be 
^^ — i , made for a day's fishing in the Atlantic Ocean. This sport 

is not limited to the season, but, on the contrary, can be en- 
joyed any day in the year with reasonable assurance of a 
good catch. Fui'ther interesting information can be had on 
^this subject by writing to this Chamber of Commerce. 

Bring your children to Eustis. They can obtain school- 
ing here equal to the best in the north and west. 




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AEROPLANES INVADE EUSTIS 

Eustis has been selected as the home of a permanent 
aero concern which will sell aeroplanes, teach flying, do 
aerial photographic work, make passenger trips to any 
section of Florida and show you 500 lakes in five minutes 
in this section from the time of leaving the ground. Three 
planes are now stationed here and a possible fourth one might be added 
shortly. In addition to these, another hydro-aeroplane will be added in the 
near future, making it possible to alight on the lake, a feature of much 
interest to many, Numerous flights with passengers have already been 
made from Eustis to other parts of Florida, and a large increase in this 
line of work is expected during the coming months. According to the 
well-known pilot, James 0. Johnson, who is in charge of the hangars, an 
aero-view over Eustis is a sight that will never be forgotten. Other 
interesting features in aviation are slated to be introduced later on. 

Public Utilities — Telephone, telegraph, electric power, light, ice plant, 
steam laundry, drinking fountain. 

HUNTING AND OTHER SPORTS 

Eustis offers much to the hunter. Thousands of quail and doves 
infest the country adjacent to the town. Squirrels, rabbit, wild turkeys, 
wildcats, duck, goose and other 
game may be found in forest and 
field. An hour's auto ride will take 
you right out in the wilds where 
bear hold forth. A fine specimen 
01 bear was bagged only a short 
time ago by local sportsmen out in 
the Blackwater section weighing 
350 pounds. 

Swimming is regarded by Florida wild-cat 

many as the most healthful and body-building exercise. Can you imagine 
the joy and fun of bathing in one of our many lakes in mid-winter? Lake 
Joanna is one of the many delightful spots where lovers of this sport spend 
many hours of pleasure. 

"The Eustis Lake Region" is our iveekly newspaper, issued every 
Thursday morning. Daily edition during the winter months. 




TOURIST CLUB 

The Tourist Club of Eustis is an organization of about 100 mem- 
bers. It is a men's club to which all visitors are eligible, the fee being 
$5.00. The club rooms are fitted up with billiard and pool tables as 
well as a section for cards, chess, checkers and the many other indoor 
games so well liked in Florida. On Washington's Birthday the Tour- 

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ist Club holds its annual horseshoe pitching contest which is looked foi*- 
ward to each year with great interest. Professionals come to Eustis on 
this day from all parts of the state. 

Public Utilities — Telephone, telegraph, electric power, light, ice plant, 
steam laundry, drinking fountain. 

WHAT THE PHYSICIANS SAY 

Of the curative effects of this climate and the open air 
life which it permits and encourages, in the case of chronic 
diseases of the chest and bronchial tubes, or of the digestive 
organs, thei'e can, of course, no longer be any doubt. There are individ- 
uals to be found in Eustis who can bear testimony to this fact from per- 
sonal experience. Rheumatism, also, generally disappears here, especially 
when the victim comes to stay. If you are an invalid do not trust a winter 
visit or any number of winter visits, but make yourself a comfortable home 
here, either in Eustis or nearby. 

GROWTH OF EUSTIS ^"^ 

Perhaps there is no one thing that indicates the growth and 
development of a community more than a comparative state- 
ment of its banking institutions. Eustis has just cause to feel proud of 
her banks, which have made a steady and satisfactory gain as shown by 
the following summary of the two banks doing business here. 

Capital, Surplus Individual 

and Profits Deposits Resourcees 

July 1, 1918 $95,016.65 $446,301.69 $548,999.50 

July 1, 1921 115,577.76 1,121,029.45 1,256,088.15 

July 1, 1922 126,882.52 1,460,317.83 1,597,207.96 

Permits issued for construction during year ending September 1, 
1922, reached the total of nearly one million dollars. This is an un- 
paralelled record for any similar period. 

Postoffice receipts have tripled during the last three years. 





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Agricultural Possibilities 



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CITRUS GROVES 

Hundreds of magnificent orange and grapefruit groves are located in 
and about Eustis. This section is noted the world over for its abundant 
supply of this most delicious fruit. Those who have selected Eustis in the 
past for the purpose of developing an orange grove are now enjoying the 
benefit of their patience. The soil here is especially suited for growing 
citrus fruit, in fact, the United States gov- 
ernment has an experimental station here 
with numerous species planted. Samples 
of new hybrids are produced annually 
which are sent to Washington for inspec- 
ion by experts. An entirely new fruit, the 
result of a cross between an East Indian 
lime tree and grapefruit tree, was recent- 
ly produced here, now known as as the 
Eustis Limequat, a species best suited for 

cold drinks. Other crops of vast importance include melon culture, the 
growing of limes, lemons, guavas, peaches, pecans, grapes, etc. Grape 
culture is fast becoming a source of revenue among many growers. The 
scuppernong grape and other varieties including "Carmen blue-black" 
and "T«kay" do well on our soil. Canteloupes and watermelons come in 
during the latter part of May and early June and form a crop that brings 
in a vast amount of money every year. 

Public Utilities — Telephone, telegraph, electric power, light, ice plant, 
steam laundry, drinking fountain. 

AGRICULTURAL POSSIBILITIES 

General farming and stock raising can be made to pay good returns 
in the country surrounding Eustis. Not the antiquated haphazard style of 
farming, but modern methods must be employed if farming is a success 
anywhere. Perennial grasses grow spontaneously, affording pasturage 
for nine or ten months of the year. Poultry raising is very profitable. 
The mild season make expensive housing unnecessary and feed is easily 
and cheaply grown. Fowls are subject to few diseases, living on the open 
range nearly the entire year, and pests are few and easily controlled. 
Poultry and eggs always find a ready sale at satisfactory prices, in fact 

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the supply in this fast growing section has never been equal to the demand. 
Those who are interested in this subject can get further information by 
writing to the Chamber of Commerce. 

"The Eustis Lake Region" is our weekly newspaper, issued every 
Thursday morning. Daily edition during the winter months. 

MATERIAL ADVANTAGES 

1. A fine climate always enjoyable and suitable for outdoor labor and 
recreation. 

2. Healthfulness all the year round. 

3. Reasonable priced lands and soils easily worked and, when rightly 
cultivated, largely productive. 




PRIZE CORN 

4. A greater variety of crops and some of them far more lucrative 
ones than grown in the North and West. 

5. No snow, frost or cold to prevent work at any season of the year, 
and no winter to provide food, forage and fuel for heating, the soil pro- 
ducing more or less of the first two at all seasons, and but little of the last 
being required except for cooking. 

6. Less expensive buildings and clothing are required and but slight 
protection for stock. 

7. Having all seasons for work the settler or farmer need work no 
more than one-half or two-thirds to produce results equal to those attained 
by working all the available time in the North and West. 

8. The pleasure of breathing at all times the pure air instead of the 
deadly gases generated in close stove or radiator heated rooms, and of 
being surrounded, summer and winter alike, by verdure and flowers. 

Bring your children to Eustis. They can obtain schooling here equal 
to the best in the north and loest." 

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WHAT GROWTH IS TO COME 

The wise man will forecast the future of this surprising little city. 
He will take into account the increase of population. This is the ultimate 
measure of the worth of natural resources. It is safe to say that the next 
census will show a remarkable increase of population in Eustis. Then, 
there are great opportunities here for men who can bring with them a few 
thousand dollars. No country offers better inducements to the man who 
can buy a few acres and thereby become independent on his own land and 
under his own roof, instead of living in the North and continually on the 
edge of anxiety about his business, his position, his health, etc. A few 
thousand dollars invested in bungalows, cottages and other dwellings 
for sale or lease will produce very satisfactory returns also. 




EUSTIS PROVERBS 

Get used to Eustis. 
When you say Eustis, say it LOUD. 

Talk about the many good things Eustis possesses and not magnify 
the few things that are otherwise. 

Give the glad hand to your neighbor. 
Greet the stranger in our midst. 

Be shy of criticizing a fellow citizen. We can't all see alike but we can 
all try to be charitable. 
yes, Praise all of Lake County as well as Eustis. 

Frank Whitman says: "The welcome sign 
is hung up all over Eustis." Let that be said of 
us more and more. 

Bring your children to Eustis. They can 
obtain schooling here equal to the best in th'. 
north and west. 
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